Vivillon Collector’s Guide (XY 17)

Character Intro

Vivillon from the XY set is a Rare Holo card numbered 17. It features 130 HP and a vibrant attack called Colorful Wind. This card stands out with its striking design and solid stats.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Spewpa)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: Vivillon with many different patterns are found all over the world. These patterns are affected by the climate of their habitat.
• Attacks:
• Conversion Powder: Choose either Asleep or Poisoned to inflict a Special Condition on the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Colorful Wind: Deals 30+ damage, increasing by 30 for each different type of basic Energy attached to Vivillon.

Key Printings

This card is from the XY set, numbered 17, and is a Rare Holo variant. It features no additional print variants. The card’s artwork and holo treatment make it a notable piece for collectors focusing on the XY series or Grass-type Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Vivillon card. Identification is straightforward by:
– Set code “xy1-17”
– Rarity: Rare Holo
– Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
– Card details such as its retreat cost, HP, and attacks

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is therefore uncertain, and it is primarily of interest to collectors rather than competitive players.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the holo surface.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets for optimal protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY Set: This Vivillon card is part of the original XY set, which introduced many new Pokémon and mechanics. It stands out with its unique Special Condition attack and synergy with multiple Energy types, reflecting the set’s focus on strategic gameplay and diverse Pokémon designs.